Odell Wilson

Father Odell Wilson was 80, and departed this life Saturday January 2, 2021 in Florence County. 

Graveside services are scheduled to be held at the Singletary AME Church Tuesday January 12, 2021 at 11:00 am

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Odell Wilson (affectionately known as Bayboy to family and friends), age 80, peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on January 2, 2021, in the Regency Rehabilitation Center, in Florence, South Carolina.

Odell was born on August 22, 1940 in the Wahee Community of Marion county, South Carolina. He was the youngest of four children. He was born to the late Rev. Susanna Grant and the late Rev. Oscar Grant.

Odell received his education though the public school system of Marion county. He learned many deferent trades, one of which was carpentry.

Odell worked for most of his adult life in the construction field. He was employed for many years by the Redden Smith Construction Company, where he built homes all over South and North Carolina. He was the primary builder of most of the homes in what we know as Huggins field.

Odell later went into business for himself as a sub-contractor, where he built homes for Alvin Newal construction, James Smith construction, Patrick Brady Construction and many more. He was well known as a master carpenter, and well respected.

Odell was brought up in the church. At an early age, he was baptized and became a member of the Singletary AME Church, where he sang on the choir for some years. He loved his church and later used his carpentry skills to help in the renovation of the old Singletary AME Church.

Preceding him in death, his parents, Rev. Susanna (Wilson) Grant and Rev. Oscar Grant, siblings, CL Wilson, Iona Frazier, and Maxine Davis.

Odell met and married the late Susie M. Bethea, and to this union five children were born Minister Don (Sylvia) Wilson of Latta SC, Debra (Gary) Burch of Marion SC, Sharon (Dion) Simmons of Rains SC, Minister Sheryl Wilson of Marion SC, Sherard (Jenny) Wilson of Centenary SC, Step daughters Mary Wilson of Marion SC, and Angel (Kimmery) Lewis of Columba SC.

He leaves to cherish fond memories: two aunts Bessie Mae Wilson of Marion SC, Nancy Wilson of Pleasantville, NJ. Thirteen grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, twelve great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, special cousins Isaac and Kent Wilson and special friend Mr. Willie C.

The family of Father Odell Wilson, in consideration of the current health crisis facing our world, nation, state and local community, has decided to hold a private 50 people or less, family only, funeral service for their loved one with private interment immediately following. While the Wilson family would love to be surrounded by your presence, they acknowledge the health risks to family, church members, friends, and particularly to those who are most vulnerable to this disease, the elderly and those with chronic  health conditions. What the family needs most at this time are your prayers and understanding. Thank you for your concern and cooperation.

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